Did Neanderthals Domesticate Dogs? Exploring the Evidence

Uncover the evidence about Neanderthals and their relationship with early dogs in this informative Q&A video.

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Evidence about Neanderthals having dogs is inconclusive. While there are no definitive archaeological findings proving that Neanderthals domesticated dogs, some studies suggest possible interactions with early canines. The relationship between Neanderthals and dogs remains a subject of ongoing research, highlighting the need for more discoveries to draw concrete conclusions.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What evidence supports the idea that Neanderthals interacted with dogs? Although there are no definitive findings, some studies indicate a possible interaction between Neanderthals and early canines, suggesting a complex relationship.
  2. Were Neanderthals the first to domesticate animals? Neanderthals are not definitively proven to have domesticated any animals, including dogs, as definitive archaeological evidence is lacking.
  3. How do Neanderthals compare to modern humans regarding domestic animals? Neanderthals and modern humans had different lifestyles, and while early humans are known to have domesticated dogs, Neanderthals' relationship with them is still under research.

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